04/23/2026
We are pleased to announce the 2026 summer tour schedule for the Historic Village in Ocean View. The Village will be open every Wednesday this summer (10AM - 1PM), starting May 27 to September 2 (closed on July 1).
Here is a glimpse of what you will see in the Village:
* Civil War-era Tunnell-West House: A new feature this year is an antique player piano, recently donated to the Village; docents will demo the piano.
* Ocean View's first freestanding post office: Built in 1889 when Ocean View became incorporated as a town; originally located on Central Avenue and operated by Annie West Betts, who also ran a millinery shop in the rear of the building.
* Replica of Cecille Steele's chicken: Learn about our most famous Ocean View resident, who pioneered the broiler chicken industry.
* Hall's Store: Replica of general stores in the area when Hall's Store was in operation, built and operated by William S. Hall in 1820; Hall's Store was the original name of the town of Ocean View.
* Coastal Towns Museum - Featuring the history of coastal towns in the surrounding area, one of the oldest barns in Sussex Country, a woodhouse built in 1904 and restored by a local Eagle Scout, and a three-holer outhouse (what a treat!).
Tours are free and donations are graciously accepted. The Village is directly adjacent to John West Park, 32 West Ave, Ocean View, Delaware. Parking is available around the park. No need to register in advance for a tour. Hope to see you this summer!
